The School of Management celebrates the Class of 2026 at the 14th Recognition Rites
By Jiem Guimare
Administrative Staff member, SMN
The University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P) School of Management (SMN) celebrated the achievements of its graduating students at the School of Management Recognition Rites on August 13, 2026, at the Li Seng Giap Auditorium.
For 14 years, the School of Management has continued its tradition of recognizing students for their academic excellence, special achievements, and contributions to the SMN community, honoring their hard work and perseverance throughout their UA&P journey. The ceremony brought together the graduating class, faculty, mentors, staff, and, most importantly, the parents and families of the awardees, who gathered to share in this special milestone.
The celebration featured messages from Julienne Andie Miranda, MScM graduating student, who welcomed the guests and fellow students; Jullienne Faye C. Collante, BSBA graduating student, who spoke on behalf of the graduating class; and Lucci Williene D. Mikesell, BSA graduating student, who delivered an inspiring message to her fellow graduates.
The Recognition Rites also formally recognized the Class of 2026, as program directors presented the candidates for graduation to Dr. Anna Maria E. Mendoza, Dean of the School of Management of the previous academic year. Dr. Mendoza officially recognized the candidates after confirming that they fulfilled the requirements of their respective programs.
The celebration continued with Blaze, the School of Management’s valedictory dinner for all graduating students. More than a farewell, Blaze was a heartfelt celebration of the friendships, memories, challenges, and triumphs that shaped the graduating class.
The 14th Recognition Rites and Blaze were fitting tributes to the Class of 2026—a celebration of how far they have come and of the people who journeyed with them along the way. As they take their next steps beyond UA&P, SMN sends them forth with pride and wishes them a future filled with purpose, success, and meaningful impact.
